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Chase DeLauter has been identified as a key player to watch in MLB player props and betting markets for Tuesday, May 19. Analyst Colby Marchio included DeLauter among his favorite picks for the day, alongside Yordan Alvarez and the broader White Sox offense. These recommendations are part of a daily fantasy and betting analysis for the current slate of games.
Brandon Nimmo has been identified as a top daily fantasy baseball pick for Tuesday, May 19. SportsLine expert Mike McClure, who has over $2 million in career winnings, included Nimmo in his optimal lineup advice for DraftKings and FanDuel contests for today's slate.
MacKenzie Gore is expected to undergo an MRI on Tuesday after exiting Monday's 7-6 loss to the Rockies after just one inning. Rangers manager Skip Schumaker confirmed the move following Gore's departure due to left lat tightness. The team is awaiting the results of the imaging to determine the severity of the injury and a potential recovery timeline.
Yankees outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. has been utilizing José Caballero's bat as part of a series of adjustments to break out of his recent hitting slump. The change in equipment, paired with wearing oversized pants borrowed from Giancarlo Stanton, has been credited with helping Chisholm find his rhythm at the plate.
In an unconventional effort to snap out of a hitting slump, Yankees outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. has been wearing the baggy pants of teammate Giancarlo Stanton. Despite Stanton being seven inches taller and 61 pounds heavier, the adjustment has proven effective for Chisholm. The team continues to monitor these clubhouse dynamics as they look to maintain offensive momentum.
One day after a blown save, Yankees reliever David Bednar successfully closed out a messy ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays. Bednar relied on a surprise splitter to neutralize George Springer and other Blue Jays hitters, demonstrating resilience by 'digging deep' to preserve the Yankees' lead.
During a high-leverage ninth-inning situation, Toronto's George Springer was unable to capitalize against Yankees reliever David Bednar. Bednar, looking to bounce back from a blown save the previous day, successfully navigated the inning by repeatedly throwing a surprise splitter to Springer, ultimately securing the lead for New York.
Dodgers infielder Tommy Edman is progressing in his recovery from an ankle injury and is expected to begin a rehab assignment within the next few weeks. The team is monitoring his status closely as he works toward a return to the active roster.
Carson Benge has been called up by the New York Mets, joining a wave of young talent including A.J. Ewing and Nick Morabito being integrated into the major league roster. This aggressive roster strategy, led by David Stearns, aims to strengthen the team's depth and capitalize on the current youth movement taking hold in Queens.
A.J. Ewing has been called up to the major league roster as part of an aggressive youth movement spearheaded by Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns. Ewing joins fellow prospects Carson Benge and Nick Morabito as the organization looks to bolster its depth and inject energy into the big-league club. The move highlights the team's proactive approach to roster construction during the 2026 season.
Max Scherzer remains a focal point of the Toronto Blue Jays' personnel discussions as he works his way back from right forearm tendinitis. The veteran pitcher recently threw a bullpen session as part of his recovery process. Scherzer has struggled to start the season, posting a 1-3 record with a 9.24 ERA across five starts, with his last appearance occurring on April 24.
Mike Trout is featured as one of the premier home run prop bets for Tuesday's MLB slate. Analysts are pointing to the Angels' outfielder as a high-value target for bettors looking for power production in today's games.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have promoted outfielder Mike Sirota to Double-A Tulsa following a dominant stint with High-A Great Lakes. Sirota posted a .325/.478/.602 slash line with seven home runs, 11 doubles, one triple, 37 runs, 22 RBI, and eight stolen bases across 35 games. He joins a Tulsa Drillers outfield that now features three top-100 prospects, marking a significant step forward in his development.
The Texas Rangers have placed two-time World Series MVP Corey Seager on the 10-day injured list due to lower back inflammation. The move comes as Seager was struggling significantly at the plate, mired in an 0-for-27 slump that included 11 strikeouts. The team will look to manage his recovery as he works to address both the physical injury and his recent offensive production issues.
The Atlanta Braves have optioned pitcher JR Ritchie to Triple-A Gwinnett, effective Tuesday. The move is part of the team's ongoing roster management. Further analysis and context regarding this transaction can be found on RotoWire.
The Atlanta Braves have called up catcher Chadwick Tromp to the major league roster. The move follows the team's decision to place fellow catcher Drake Baldwin on the 10-day injured list due to a right oblique strain. Tromp will provide immediate depth behind the plate for the Braves as they navigate the current injury situation.
Chase Shugart has been performing effectively in a middle relief role for the Philadelphia Phillies. Recent assessments suggest that the team intends to keep him in this capacity, as his contributions have been viewed as a positive element of the bullpen's current configuration.
Boston Red Sox prospect Roman Anthony has encountered an injury setback. The news, which surfaced alongside broader commentary regarding the Red Sox organization, highlights a period of challenge for the young player as he works through his recovery process.
Brett Squires has made a strong impression during his first week with the Triple-A Omaha Storm Chasers. As the newest addition to the roster, Squires has demonstrated immediate offensive production, signaling his readiness for the higher level of competition within the Kansas City Royals' farm system.
Eduardo Quintero remains a key prospect within the Los Angeles Dodgers' system, currently playing for the High-A Great Lakes Loons. Following the recent promotion of Emil Morales to the same level, Quintero continues to develop alongside other top-100 prospects like Josue De Paula as the organization focuses on the growth of its young core.
